Pomegranate (Punica granatum) is one of the oldest and well-known fruits, which has been used in many cultures for thousands of years and symbolized different aspects of life, mainly fertility, abundance and longevity. Numerous health benefits of pomegranate such as the regulation of carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, antibacterial and anticancer properties are associated with the presence of compounds with high antioxidant potential, including phenolic acids, tannins and anthocyanins. Pomegranates are used in food industry for the production of wine, juices, jams and jellies.